Netflix is teaming with Sony Pictures to produce a feature film adaptation of Matilda: The Musical, the stage version of Roald Dahl’s beloved 1988 children’s novel. As revealed by THR, the film will be directed by Matthew Warchus, the director of the stage musical, whose previous film credits include 1999’s Simpatico and 2014’s Pride. Matilda […]
Danny DeVito “always wanted to do Matilda 2”
Actor and director Danny DeVito has revealed that out of all of his previous movies, he would most have liked to revisit the world of Matilda before star Mara Wilson grew up. “I always wanted to do Matilda 2, but when the kid was still a kid,” DeVito said in the interview with ComicBook. “But […]
Netflix to create animated series based on Roald Dahl’s stories
Netflix has announced that it has signed a deal with The Roald Dahl Story Company to produce a slate of original animated event series based upon the works of the legendary author, including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG, The Twits, and many other beloved titles. “Our mission, which is purposefully lofty, is […]